Plant Engineer

• Full-time permanent role within a large-scale industrial processing environment
• Key role driving plant performance, maintenance strategy & capital projects
• Join a safety-led operation supporting critical production processes

Our client is a global industrial organisation specialising in the processing and distribution of advanced materials and chemicals. Operating within a technically complex environment, they are focused on maintaining high-performance operations, delivering consistent product quality, and driving continuous improvement across their manufacturing processes.

They are currently seeking an experienced Plant Engineer to join their Engineering team on a full-time basis.

What you’ll be doing

• Maintaining plant and equipment performance to maximise efficiency and product quality
• Managing capital and maintenance projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
• Supporting plant operations with engineering and technical expertise
• Conducting energy usage reviews and driving improvements in efficiency
• Coordinating and supporting planned maintenance activities and shutdowns
• Completing and overseeing inspections including tanks, combustion audits and LDAR programs
• Managing major cleaning and maintenance operations across critical plant infrastructure
• Issuing permits (confined space, hot works, excavation, heights, etc.)
• Creating and reviewing SWMS, JSA’s and risk assessments
• Investigating and reporting safety and environmental incidents
• Participating in safety, environmental and operational meetings and continuous improvement programs
• Applying for governments grants and environmental funding

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• Demonstrated experience in a plant or heavy industrial environment
• Strong understanding of maintenance systems, plant operations and project delivery
• Ability to lead and guide small technical teams
• Solid knowledge of safety systems, risk management and compliance requirements
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience in process environments (e.g. distillation or similar) highly regarded
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

What’s in it for you

• Permanent opportunity with a global, well-established organisation
• Exposure to complex plant operations and engineering projects
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and operational efficiency
• Career development within a technically progressive business

What to do next

If you’re an experienced Plant Engineer looking for your next opportunity in Newcastle, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.

Phone: 49135855

Reference: BH-4208

About Torra

Torra is a recruitment and professional services agency supporting clients across heavy industry, construction, manufacturing, logistics, energy and resources throughout NSW and beyond. We deliver labour hire, permanent recruitment, subscription recruitment services and HR consulting.

We believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive regardless of background, characteristics or beliefs. We welcome applications from all walks of life.

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